I interviewed for a Nurse Practitioner position at the satellite campus about one month ago. The employee who completed the majority of my interview conducted herself in a way that was rather unprofessional and discriminatory.
She did not read through my resume or the job posting prior to conducting my interview. For example, she asked me to state my desired salary. I stated a range that was on the lower end of the range listed on the job posting. In response, she informed me my desired salary was unrealistic. Had she read the job description, she would have known what was being offered. When reviewing my resume, she asked me to elaborate regarding a 4 year gap (which specifically states in my resume that I was not working due to being in treatment for stage IV cancer). I understand that a resume gap warrants a conversation. However, I felt very uncomfortable being asked to elaborate regarding my health history. She then asked me to elaborate regarding a former NP position that was short in duration. I informed her the position was not a good fit and she proceeded to ask for further explanation. I informed her that the job was very physical in nature and that I have physical limitations due to my health history. She then asked me what my limitations consisted of and what type of tasks I could not perform. I informed her they consisted of many tasks involved in RN or Medical Assistant jobs (ie lifting and standing for extended periods). These tasks were not listed as requirements in the job description. She then informed me that she expects me the complete RN tasks in addition to NP-related tasks and that the position is very physically demanding. She then had the audacity to tell me that my resume was a red flag and concluded the interview by asking me to reconsider my career as a Nurse Practitioner. (I am presently working as a Nurse Practitioner and love my career).
I would sincerely recommend that HR complete diversity training with its employees relating to disability. Anyone in a leadership position should possess the ability to discuss job descriptions, disability, and accommodations in a professional manner.